Hello Kitty museum display opens in US
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A Hello Kitty museum display has opened in Los Angeles in the US dedicated to the famous character.
The display has opened at the Japanese American National Museum in time for the character's 40th birthday.
The exhibit looks at Hello Kitty over the years and includes many items such as toy aircrafts and cups.
Another part of the display looks at modern day Hello Kitty creations by designers and artists from around the world. These dresses were made using the famous toys.
The first-ever Hello Kitty item is on display at the museum. The small vinyl coin purse first appeared in shops in Japan in March 1975.
"Kittypatra" was designed by Simone Legno. It is a version of Hello Kitty inspired by Cleopatra, who ruled in Egypt thousands of years ago.
Hello Kitty was created in 1974 in a design contest in Japan. The character has since found fame all around the world.